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Halesworth & District MuseumHalesworth & District Museum

Halesworth & District Museum

Housed in the Victorian railway station, this entirely volunteer-run museum explores the history of the Halesworth area, with focuses on prehistory, the Romans, the Medieval town and later trade, agriculture and industry, in particular the town's malting and brewing industry. There is a special emphasis on local military history.
A study corner contains researchmaterials for anyone interested in exploring more deeply local social or family history.
Group visits can be arranged with the Curator.

View key to symbolskeyDisabled access Gift shop Public toilets Accepts groups Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for groups Facilities for educational visits Disabled accessChildren welcomeDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Smoking not allowed

Prices


Free entry
Donations appreciated.

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Notes Closed 1st December - 31 January
   
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Contact

Mr Mike Fordham
View the Halesworth & District Museum websitewww.halesworthmuseum.org.uk
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Venue

Halesworth & District Museum

The Railway Station, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 8BZ

View the Halesworth & District Museum websitewww.halesworthmuseum.org.uk

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Map reference: TM 385777  Lat: 52.34546  Long: 1.50017


By Road:
On approaching Halesworth, follow brown tourist signs for museum or station.

By Public Transport:
Local buses travel to Halesworth. Regular train service from Lowestoft and Ipswich.

Parking : free

Accessible by Public Transport : Halesworth station